The best way to contact Tutoring Services is to email tutor.services@kirkwood.edu with your Kirkwood student email with any questions or inquiries or call us at 319-398-5425.
In addition to contacting Tutoring Services, here are some helpful tips to consider when considering seeking help from a tutor.
When to Get a Tutor
- You need help understanding the ideas, concepts, or homework.
- You need help preparing for a test.
- You are falling behind in a class.
Before Meeting With Your Tutor
- Read your syllabus and course schedule. This will help you schedule your tutoring appointments to properly prepare for tests and quizzes without cramming.
- Start your homework. This will help identify problem areas to focus on during your tutoring appointment.
- Do your best to understand as much of the material as possible.
What to Bring With You
- Textbook
- Course Material (syllabus, course schedule, etc.)
- Previous homework assignments, quizzes and tests
- Notes, study guides, flash cards and other study tools
- Homework, similar problems or challenging problems
- Specific questions for your tutor
Following the above guidelines will help ensure that you get the most from your tutoring session. For additional tips for working with your tutor and general advice on improving your performance in the class see the Tips for Tutoring section of the Tutoring Services page.